Add the moqyi widget.

Works on: iOS 18Takes: about a minuteUpdated NOV 5, 2026

A one-tap record button where your thumb already is. Pick the Home Screen, the Lock Screen, or both.

On this page

Home Screen

Step 1: Touch and hold the Home Screen.

Press on an empty spot until the apps start to jiggle.

Step 2: Tap Edit › Add Widget.

Edit is in the top-left corner. Then tap Add Widget.

Step 3: Search “moqyi” and pick a size.

Small is one big record circle. Medium adds your last two notes. Tap Add Widget, then Done.

Lock Screen

Step 1: Touch and hold the Lock Screen.

Unlock with Face ID first, then press and hold the Lock Screen and tap Customize › Lock Screen.

Step 2: Tap the widget area and add moqyi.

Choose the circle (one tap to record) or the rectangle (record plus “Last: 2 min ago”). Tap Done.

Try it

Lock your iPhone and tap the moqyi widget. You should feel a vibration as recording starts.
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